Volunteer travel vacations in UgandaTours & vacations in 2016 & 2017

Safe, small and perpetually springlike, Uganda vacations are a real treat for travelers in Africa. Ten national parks protect over half of the world’s mountain gorillas, plus chimpanzees, over 1,000 species of birds, and a classic safari checklist of leopards, lions, elephants and hippos. Culturally, it’s just as diverse, with over 40 languages – but the word you’ll most commonly hear is “welcome!”

reviews for Volunteer travel vacations in Uganda

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I am reborn! Simply the best vacation I have ever been on

Some great stories to tell the grandchildren. Would recommend to a friend

Memorable parts?
When I was marking out straight lines of the village's football pitch, the local community joined in to help. it showed me that little things can make a difference and put smile's on people's faces.
Tips?
Just go and throw yourself fully into the whole experience, the projects you help with and the people you share the house with. Also just relax, things are at a much slower pace so timings can be a issue, but its not really a big deal when you can go look outside... (more)James Bloomfield

Transformative, eye-opening and deeply satisfying...Going to a country that was almost the furthest from my mind, staying in a village that you can't find on Google Maps, being immersed in spectacular countryside and doing one of the most personally satisfying projects day in and day out with open, friendly and uncomplicated people. (more)Peter Thoem

The most memorable part of the vacation was being in a community without feeling like an outsider. Everyone was willing to help and also be open about their lives. I loved everything about the experience. (more)Christina Hanazawa

The most memorable parts were the women I met and worked with as a volunteer in Uganda. The women were strong, resilient, courageous, determined and inspirational. They were also welcoming of a white woman from Australia - making me feel one of them as we walked or sat in a circle to meet and explore opportunities. (more)Cheryl Phillips